The new iEQ45 Pro-AZ GoTo German equatorial mount is the next generation premium astro-imaging mounts from iOptron. They have made a few changes on the iEQ45 including:• Stepper motor (instead of servo) • Higher gear ratio for even smoother tracking

A number of visual changes (plugs moved to sides, motor covers are singular piece and more) The iEQ45 Pro-AZ mount offers the next generation GoTo technology from iOptron -not to mention built-in 32-bit GPS. With a payload of 45 lbs for EQ mode and 90 lbs for AZ mode (dual mounting) - it comes standard with a calibrated dark field illumination polar scope and a sturdy 2" stainless steel tripod. It also fits both Vixen and Losmandy-type mounting plates. Its lighter weight (only 25 lbs.) makes it much easier to carry.

Latest Submitted Astrophotos!

I love Algonquin Park, I'''ve been going there since I was a kid. (Located in Northern Ontario, Canada) Here are some shot'''s of I have taken recently. All the planets shot'''s were taken with a ToUcam pro and my LX-200GPS. The lunar shot was taken with my Nikon 995 and that Celestron comet catcher I picked up...

This is actually a snapshot from actual footage I took of the planet Neptune. The image has been brightened so everyone is able to see it better as we all know how far Neptune is from the Sun and how dim it is!
Date: 3 August 2013